Friends are as companions on a journey, who ought to aid each other to persevere in the road to a happier life – Pythagoras

There is nothing so easy but that it becomes difficult when you do it reluctantly – Pythagoras

Strength of mind rests in sobriety; for this keeps your reason unclouded by passion – Pythagoras

Above the cloud with its shadow is the star with its light. Above all things reverence thyself – Pythagoras

Silence is better than unmeaning words – Pythagoras

Begin thus from the first act, and proceed; and, in conclusion, at the ill which thou hast done, be troubled, and rejoice for the good